The Art of Light and Shadow Blog
Custom Photography Services for Artists, Collectors, and Creatives
Now Offering Custom Photography Services for Artists and Collectors I’m excited to share that I’ve expanded the services available through Oasis Studio at Meadowview to
Edward Hopper’s New York
As someone who has always been fascinated by light, architecture, and quiet spaces, I recently revisited the book *Edward Hopper’s New York*, published by the Whitney Museum of American Art. This book is more than just a catalog of Hopper’s work; it offers a deep exploration of how New York City influenced his artistic vision and, in turn, how he reshaped our perception of the modern city.
Wildflowers on Rustic Wood Takes First Place in SilverArts Awards
My latest still-life light painting, “Wildflowers on Rustic Wood,” won first place in the Chatham County SilverArts in the Photography-Digital subcategory! I attended the awards
Updated Time for Image Optimization Workshop at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro
Have you ever struggled with choosing the right image format, noticed color shifts between screens and prints, or wondered how to optimize your images for
My New Hands-On Workshop
Have you ever struggled with choosing the right image format, noticed color shifts between screens and prints, or wondered how to optimize your images for
Experience Light and Shadow: Bobby Izquierdo’s Fine Art Photography Exhibit at 79°West Mosaic
The Chatham Artists Guild, in an exclusive partnership with the 79° West Innovation Hub at 120 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, NC, is showcasing 2D artwork, such
My First Chatham Artists Guild Studio Tour Takeaways
I completed my first Chatham Artist Guild Studio Tour and am glad I did it. I met many wonderful and interesting people, made some sales,
Cary Photographic Artists 17th Annual Open Juried Photographic Exhibit
I’m delighted to share that the Cary Photographic Artists 17th Annual Open Juried Photographic Exhibit has accepted three of my still-life light painting pieces for
When Politics and Art Mix: An Unforgetable Time
Do you remember what you were doing on presidential election day in years past? Maybe you might in 2016, but I doubt you’ll remember before
Chatham Artists Guild Studio Tour
✨ Discover the Art of Fine Woodturning with Michael Thompson ✨ As part of this year’s Chatham Artists Guild Studio Tour, I’m thrilled to showcase
People, Places, and Things Fine Arts Exhibition at the Frame and Print Shop in Chapel Hill
Our club opened the People, Places, and Things Fine Arts Exhibition at the Frame and Print Shop in Chapel Hill. Twenty-one of our club members
Illuminate the Narrative: Crafting Evocative Titles for Still-Life Light Paintings
One of the challenges I often encounter with my still-life light painting work is effectively conveying the story I envision for the photograph’s purpose through
Illuminating Artistry: Exploring the Benefits of Still Life Light Painting
In photography, still-life light painting emerges as a captivating technique that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. This art form weaves luminous tapestries around stationary
Exploring the Difference Between Documentary and Fine Art Photography
Photography, a powerful medium that freezes moments, emotions, and stories, allows us to explore the world through a lens. Two distinct genres appear within this
Polaroid Land Camera Leopard
I visited a gallery called Through This Lens in downtown Durham, North Carolina, to buy museum glass for a print I recently framed. While there,
The I-Joist, Open Concept Floorplans
The main subject of my painting is the engineered wooden beam, known as an I-Joist. This innovative construction element, made of woodchips, adhesive, and laminated
Show Of Hands Gallery Grand Opening and Reception
I am pleased to announce that I will be the featured artist for the Show of Hands Gallery at 80 Hillsboro Street in downtown Pittsboro.
Smelt Gallery Exhibit at The Plant
Bobby Izquierdo will be exhibiting three of his still-life light paintings, Forsythia in Bud Vase Pottery and Simpson Meter, Rear Projection CRT, and Soldering Iron, and one of
Forsythia Takes Second Place in 16th Annual Cary Photographic Artists Juried Exhibit Color Category
I submitted three still life light painting fine art photographs to the Cary Photographic Artists 16th Annual Open Juried Photographic Exhibit. All three were accepted,
The Oasis Studio at Meadowview
I thought you’d be interested in my studio. I named it the Oasis Photography Studio. There’s a story behind the name Oasis that I won’t go
Creating Digital Art: Do I need Topaz Studio?
I recently posted on my camera club’s Facebook page about how I was pleasantly surprised that some of the selections of the Nikonians Best of